Microwave Spiced Rice Recipes

MOROCCAN RICE (PILAF)

Steps:

• Saute: Place the onion and the olive oil in a large pot and sauté under medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Add cumin, allspice, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, pepper and rice and stir until rice gets a white color, about 2-3 minutes.
• Simmer: Add the stock (or water), salt and saffron, cover the pot and wait until it starts to boil. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook covered until almost all of the water is absorbed, about 5 - 10 minutes.
• Rest: Turn off the heat, add the dried fruits and almonds and stir/fluff up gently with a fork. Cover the pot and let the pilaf rest for 15-20 minutes.

SWEET SPICED RICE

Steps:

• Wash rice three to four times in cold water, until the water you drain from it runs almost clear. Drain well and put in a large microwave safe bowl.
• Cover with the boiling water.
• Add all the other ingredients, except the garnish, and stir well.
• Microwave uncovered on full power for 17 minutes. Don't disturb during cooking time.
• If rice seems undercooked add a little more water and cook for a further 1 or 2 minutes.
• Cover tightly and leave to stand for 5 minutes.
• Stir and fluff lightly with a fork.
• Garnish and serve!

MICROWAVE SPICED RICE

Steps:

• In a large heatproof bowl, combine the rice, cauliflower, peas, broth and curry paste.
• Cover with plastic wrap, pierce a few times and microwave on high for 10-12 minutes. Stand for 5 minutes then season to taste.
• Stir and serve.